Please note that this is a regional event open only to prosecutors from Arkansas, Louisana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Date and Location:
June 10-13, 2025, in Houston, TX
Training Overview:
The National Institute on the Prosecution of Elder Abuse (NIPEA) is a three-and-a-half day course designed to challenge prosecutors to reevaluate their approach to prosecuting elder abuse cases. Participants receive training on the dynamics of elder abuse as well as practical skills to successfully prosecute these cases, balancing offender accountability with the impact of criminal prosecution on victims. Using a problem-based, interactive format, NIPEA explores the complex issues faced by prosecutors. Topics covered include:
- Case evaluation and litigation skills
- Unique aspects of prosecuting elder abuse crimes involving domestic violence, sexual assault, neglect, financial exploitation, psychological abuse, and stalking
- Dementia and capacity issues
- Common injuries, relevant medical evidence, and the use of medical experts
- Ethical issues and prosecutorial leadership
- The benefits of developing a coordinated, victim-centered community response
- Redefining outcomes and exploring the nature of justice in elder abuse cases
- Resources available to support prosecutors handling elder abuse cases
Attendees may qualify for approximately eighteen (18) continuing legal education credit hours including at least one (1) hour of ethics credit.
Application process:
Interested prosecutors from Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas may apply to attend this regional event by completing the application. Submission of an application does not guarantee a spot in the Institute; please DO NOT make travel arrangements unless and until you have been notified that you are accepted for the course. OVW approval of this event is still pending.
This event is open to prosecutors only. Preference will be given to prosecuting agencies participating in the OVW Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program. All other applicants will be considered in the order in which they apply.
If you need assistance completing the application form, please contact Ann Laatsch at [email protected]. The application deadline is May 15, 2025.
Cost:
There is no tuition fee for the institute. A limited number of scholarships for travel and lodging expenses are available for prosecutors from communities not currently receiving an OVW Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life grant. Individuals requesting scholarship funding can do so when they complete the NIPEA application form.
Lodging:
A block of hotel rooms has been reserved at the federal room rate. Information about accessing the room block will be sent to participants upon approval of their application.
Feedback from past participants:
Participant comments from past institutes highlight the practical value and outstanding quality of this program:
- “This has been the best training/series of trainings. Inspiring, substantive, well organized. I feel so grateful to be exposed to it. Thank you for doing these trainings. Amazing.”
- “It was an honor to be able to spend time learning from and with national experts on this issue. Truly stellar faculty who are so generous with their time and expertise.”
- “In three days, this event fueled in me a real passion for elder justice. I am committed to seeking out ways to bring additional resources to my agency in the hopes we can form an Elder Abuse unit. Please offer more opportunities like this!”
- “Fantastic training. I can’t say enough about the quality of the content, and the top-notch faculty. Already motivated to go home and dig in!”
- “Good job with case studies and range of learning activities. Very practical. As a former educator, I recognize and appreciate the variety of teaching strategies you used.”
Contact information:
Please contact Ann Laatsch at [email protected] for more information about this program.